Recreation Supervisor (Jaycee Park Center for Arts & Crafts)

City of Greenville•Greenville, NC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to perform professional and supervisory responsibilities related to development, coordination, and implementation of various arts and crafts programs at Jaycee Park Center for Arts & Crafts and special events in the community; oversees facility by maintaining equipment, supervise full-time and part-time staff, and performs related work as required. The hiring range for this position is $57,616.00 to $61,500.00 per year. The full pay range is $57,616.00 to $89,273.60 per year. FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Fine Art with a concentration in Ceramics or a closely related field
Three years of recreation or related experience
Prior experience loading and firing kilns is required
CPR and First Aid/AED Certification (must be obtained within 90 days of hire)
Valid North Carolina driver's license and acceptable driving record
Must possess (or obtain within 90 days of hire) and maintain valid Red Cross First Aid, AED, and CPR certifications
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Knowledge of principles, practices, and policies of a variety of municipal recreation programs and activities
Knowledge of customer service techniques
Knowledge of policies and regulations affecting the operation of a pottery studio and art center
Skill in First Aid and CPR
Skill in using pottery tools and equipment and other art-related materials
Skill in proactively assisting people in an art studio environment
Skill in cost vs benefit analysis
Ability to plan, organize, and supervise various art activities
Ability to supervise the work of subordinate personnel and volunteers
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to operate assigned office equipment, including computer equipment and various software packages
Ability to operate pottery equipment, including pottery wheels, kilns, pug mill, and other various pottery-related items
Ability to meet the mental and physical demands of position
Ability to work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public

Nice To Haves

Four years of comparable experience as a pottery studio manager (preferred)
Previous experience working with youth and adults preferred
Prior pottery teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and supervises a variety of arts and crafts programs such as but not limited to pottery, painting, drawing, dance, decorative and fiber arts.
Plans, organizes, and supervises a variety of special events and day camps.
Works with local art clubs to provide recreational opportunities.
Serves as program leader or instructor as needed.
Meets and works with various community groups and organizations.
Coordinates center activities with special city-wide programs in arts and crafts, and related recreation functions.
Schedules the use of center facilities.
Maintains a ceramic facility, requiring knowledge of equipment such as potters' wheels and kilns.
Supervises a full-time Recreation Assistant (Art Assistant & Pottery Coordinator), a Staff Support Specialist I, and part-time facility attendants, art instructors, and specialists; recruits, trains, and evaluates staff to carry out center programs.
Prepares and maintains reservation and attendance records and reports, employee time sheets, accident reports, and other regular and special records and reports.
Oversees the center's operating budget, including expenditures and revenue tracking.
Represents the center on community and city-wide event committees (e.g., Youth Arts Festival) and maintains ongoing relationships with community art agencies to promote programs.
Conducts facility inspections and coordinates routine maintenance of center facilities and equipment with parks division.
Reports damages and losses.
Collects fees, payments, and memberships.
Enters requisitions for supplies and equipment necessary to operate various programs.
Develops and manages marketing and communications for the center, including social media and email campaigns (e.g., Constant Contact) promoting programs and events.